5 Key Maintenance Tasks to Prepare Your Home for the Winter

Posted OnSep 26, 2017
The days are getting shorter, the temperature is dropping and the kids are heading back to school. The approach of autumn means that winter is just around the corner. The question is - is your home ready? Break out your checklist and let's run through five key maintenance tasks that will get your home prepared to face the winter.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 25th, 2017

Posted OnSep 25, 2017
Last week's economic news included readings on housing starts, building permits issued and sales of pre-owned homes. The Fed's Federal Open Market Committee issued its customary post-meeting statement and Fed Chair Janet Yellen gave a press conference. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.
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Understanding the Differences Between ‘Prequalified’ And ‘Preapproved’ For a Mortgage

Posted OnSep 22, 2017
Are you in the market for a new home? If you are going to rely on mortgage financing to cover some of the purchase cost, you will need to start the application process as soon as possible. However, what if you just need to know how much you will be able to borrow so you can start finding homes in your price range?
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NAHB: Builder Confidence Dips on Hurricane Damage

Posted OnSep 20, 2017
Home builders had less confidence in housing market conditions in September. In the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, builders worried that ongoing shortages of construction labor and materials would worsen. NAHB Chairman Granger MacDonald said that concerns over labor and building materials were "intensified," but said that builder confidence was expected to return to high readings once rebuilding is underway.
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Upgrading Your Home? 5 Great Reasons to Make the Switch to Hardwood Floors

Posted OnSep 19, 2017
Are you tired of scouring the internet, trying to find the secret recipe for whatever will take stains out of your carpet? And the irritating annual steam cleaning ritual where your whole home is soaking wet for a couple of days? Ugh. If your old carpet has you down, it might be time for a change. In today's blog post we'll share five great reasons why you'll want to make the switch from carpet to hardwood floors.
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You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Fees and Costs That Come Along With a Mortgage?

Posted OnSep 15, 2017
Have you been considering a mortgage for your next home purchase? As with any loan or financial product, there are a variety of fees and costs you may incur in the process of closing your mortgage. In today's post, we'll explore a few of these potential fees and the situations in which you may encounter them.
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3 Useful Tips for First-time Homebuyers Trying to Navigate the System

Posted OnSep 13, 2017
Whether you're tired of renting, need more space or want to make an upgrade, buying your first home is the solution. However, if you have never participated in the market before it can be a bit daunting at first. Let's explore a few useful tips that are helpful for first-time homebuyers who are new to the process of buying real estate.
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